OpenClaw before 2026.3.28 contains an insufficient scope validation vulnerability in the node pairing approval path that allows low-privilege operators to approve nodes with broader scopes. Attackers can exploit missing callerScopes validation in node-pairing.ts to extend privileges onto paired nodes beyond their authorization level.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Network
Can be exploited remotely
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Attack Requirements
None
No additional conditions
Privileges Required
Low
Basic privileges needed
User Interaction
None
No user interaction needed
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
High
Complete data leak
Integrity
High
Complete data modification
Availability
None
No disruption
CVSS Vector v4.0
Weakness Type (CWE)
Vulnerable Products 1
| Configuration | From (including) | Up to (excluding) |
|---|---|---|
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Openclaw Openclaw
cpe:2.3:a:openclaw:openclaw:*:*:*:*:*:node.js:*:*
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2026.3.28
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References 3
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/commit/4d7cc6bb4fac68b5a5fadd1c5a231682812…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-2x4x-cc5g-qmmg
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-insufficient-scope-validation-in-…
disclosure@vulncheck.com